Job Details

Salary : $94,342.47 - $114,673.88 Annually
Location : Fairfield, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-187080-01
Department: Probation Dept
Opening Date: 10/17/2025
Closing Date: 12/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Contact: Sukari Dixon | (707) ###-####

WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY?

COMMITMENT TO SERVICE:

Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including:
• Providing primary medical, dental, substance abuse, mental health and social services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved, and administering federal, state, and local public assistance programs
• Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county
• Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases
• Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies
• Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, defense, probation)
• Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and,
• Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning

OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.

Click here to learn about Solano County
The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited- term positions as vacancies occur throughout the County.

THE POSITION

Develops, plans, organizes, coordinates and administers assigned projects for a County Department; performs administrative and budgeting duties.

This class is characterized by its management responsibility over a variety of administrative and fiscal activities. This position manages an assigned project or projects within a department, and serves in an administrative capacity, which requires technical program knowledge. Incumbents participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the assigned program(s) and ensure compliance with laws, regulations and professional standards. This class may be used for complex, sensitive programs that require the interaction with a variety of departments, outside agencies, business groups, and/or community groups.

Click here to review the job description for the Project Manager position
The Solano County Probation Department currently has one (1) full-time vacancy for Project Manager.
The Project Manager position in the Probation Department is assigned to the Administrative Services Division and is responsible for the coordination of multiple federal and state grants. Additionally, the position is responsible for the management and coordination of various department projects and initiatives. This position does require candidates to participate in a law enforcement background check. Interested candidates must complete and submit a personal history statement prior to receiving an invitation to interview. The department uses the 2-255 Personal History Statement - Public Safety Dispatcher form found for all non-sworn classifications. The department will reach out to you to facilitate the Personal History Statement.
THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT

Impact the community in a positive way!

The Probation Department safeguards our community through the services provided to clients, the court, and victims. The Probation Department actively seeks to modify the behaviors that lead to criminal activity and those that allow for a successful transition back into the community. If you are a positive team player with a dedication to community service - this may be the job for you!

The mission of the Probation Department is to protect the community by:

• Facilitating rehabilitation of offenders and holding them accountable
• Conducting investigations and providing recommendations for the court
• Enforcing court orders
• Pursuing victim restoration and advocacy
• Providing safe, secure, effective detention and treatment programs

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Position Requirements
Experience: Three (3) years of professional level, public or private sector administrative experience involving fiscal, operational, and/or legislative analysis.

Education: Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, or closely related field. A Master' degree is desirable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required.
Independent travel may be required to various work sites and client residences.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
11/16/2025 - 5:00pm (PST) - Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review.

12/19/2025 - 5:00pm (PST) -Final deadline to submit application and required documents.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLYApplications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing date.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) ###-####, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A Bachelor's Degree is required for this position. Candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) ###-####, or by email to ...@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Project Manager) and the recruitment number (25-187080-01). If submitting documents by email include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject field.

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE. Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave

To learn more, view our benefits summaries for and
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We value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible. This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants' qualifications for this position and assess an applicant's ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. A lack of a complete and thorough responses to each of the supplemental questions in the space provided, may result in disqualification from the selection process. In addition, the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history. Please provide unique and comprehensive responses for each question. Answering, "see resume" may result in elimination from further consideration. *Please indicate below that you have read and understand the instructions presented above.

• I acknowledge the statement above.

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I understand a Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, or closely related field.I further understand that verification of education is required to be submitted by the final filing deadline for this position. I will be submitting my education documentation which verifies the student, institution, date degree conferred, degree, and area of study/specialization by:

• Uploading it to my application prior to submittal
• Emailing it to ...@solanocounty.com

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How many years of professional level, public or private sector, administrative experience involving fiscal, operational, and/or legislative analysis.

• At least two years of experience, but less than three years of experience
• At least three years of experience, but less than four years of experience
• At least four years of experience, but less than five years of experience
• Five years of experience or more

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Please describe the experience you reference above. In your response, please include the name of your employer and the scope of work you were responsible for.
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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